CCTV footage from a Chinese zoo shows a man climbing out of a chairlift and jumping into the tiger enclosure below.

The thrill-seeker fell onto a protective net - and moments later, the wild animals beneath him began to circle.

A zoo employee was able to isolate the tigers in another area before climbing onto the net and helping him get down safely.

According to Wang Jianluo, who is responsible for the chairlift safety at the zoo, the 40-year-old visitor admitted that he "didn't do a good somersault" when he made the leap.

"After hearing that, I don't know what to say to him," Mr Wang said.

The tourist, who was later questioned by police for disturbing public order, told officers that a thrill of excitement ran through him as he was passing over the enclosure - inspiring him to jump down.